We can’t hold any more gatherings and just invite anybody anymore, can we?

We either have to have security or no tickets sold at the door.

Now we have gunfire at Christmas parties.

Put your money in security scanners stock.

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Notice that there has been a call to arm teachers.

But the people they’re defending against have automatic weapons that can kill half the class without reloading

How armed do you want the teacher to be?

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And then comes the announcement over the loud speaker, “Has anybody seen Miss Frisby’s gun?’’

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Jay Gandy says some historic buildings are open 365 days a year.

“Some historic buildings are open once a year for tours.

“Others are open 365 days.’’

— Jay Gandy,

on the condition of Ferracute

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“I know this is a strange time to remind members of a Kiwanis meeting, but New Year’s Day is Tuesday and we meet Thursday, so I send a friendly reminder and ask that all members try to attend Millville’

Could he be talking about the Ferracute Machine Co.?

“The mayor, Tim Shannon, will give us a State of The City report.

“I think this should be of interest to all.

“We will have a new city commissioner then and he can tell us about the appointment.

“There are so many areas of concern that we should all show our interest by attending and asking questions.

“Bring a guest.

“We can make Millville not what it was, but a better place than it is by showing interest

We would at least secure what is there, right?

and taking part in an effort to improve the quality of life our children and grandchildren deserve.

“The commission, AHOME, the police, the churches, the schools and the Kiwanis Club cannot solve all our problems, but, all working together, can make great strides in improving the quality of life we all want to enjoy.

“Please make plans now to attend this meeting.

“Your club needs your support.

Otherwise, we would be mocking Oberlin Smith.

“See you Thursday Jan. 3, at noon, at The Thunderbolt Club, North Eighth Street.

“I hope your Christmas celebration was joyous and I wish all a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year.’’

— George Mitchell

“P.S.: ‘I shall pass through this world but once. If, therefore, there be any kindness i can show, or any good thing i can do, let me do it now. Let me not defer it or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.’’’

— De Dreliet

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Heed the word of a great man who has been where you hope to go.

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Helping Millville Children Awards:

Gladis McGraw.

Kim Warker Ayres.

Judy Kessler.

Keith Walters.

Joyce Vanaman.

— Ann Onimus

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More BEN Awards:

Nail House Museum Award: Termites.

Taggers of the Year: None.

President of the Year: Carl Hemple Sr.

Ambassador of the Year: Curt Morgan.

Student of the Year: Alyssa Carolina Garcia.

Cemetery Volunteer of the Year: Jim Bergmann.

Sunset Lake Watch Award: Kenny Williams.

Chief Looking For a Tribe To Lead: Chief Cohanzick.

Rum Runner Cleanup Award: Dean Hawk.

Band Director of the Year: Spencer Lau.

Best Preserved Award: Jean Nocon.

Foggiest Voice Award: Linda Quay.

Zip Code Saver Award: John Laws.

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Gov. Chris Christie claims, "Our economy in New Jersey gets $38 billion from the businesses at the Shore."

Ruling: False.

— nj.com/starledger

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MY KIND OF TOWN: Where, when George Mitchell puts out the call, his city answers.